~ Chamomile ~

Chamomilia recutita or Camomilia matricaria

This bright, happy floral plant, is a popular and well known medicinal herb commonly used as a calmative for the nervous system.

Renowned for its ability to calm and sedate tension in all aspects of body tension, Chamomile is a must have remedy in all homes, especially of those with small children.

It’s most universal indications include:

• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Insomnia
• Fever
• Teething
• Colic
• Nervous tension

Chamomile can be ingested as a tea, or a tincture, or applied topically in a cream or compress. To calm a baby before bed, add a few drops to a bath with lavender oil, and for all matters relating to a distressed baby, always be sure to have a homeopathic bottle on hand.